Description
White Bolognese Sauce is a rich and savory Italian meat sauce made without tomatoes, featuring slow-simmered ground meat, aromatic vegetables, white wine, and milk or cream for a silky, comforting finish.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 small carrot, finely chopped
- 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 500 g ground beef or veal
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add onion, carrot, and celery, and sauté until soft and fragrant.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the ground meat and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
- Pour in the white wine and let it simmer until mostly evaporated.
- Lower the heat and add milk, stirring gently.
- Simmer uncovered for 30–40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add cream, nutmeg, salt, and pepper, then simmer for another 10 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning and finish with Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Traditionally served with tagliatelle or pappardelle pasta.
- The sauce improves in flavor if simmered longer on low heat.
- You can substitute beef with chicken or turkey for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian